The Number of Delinquency Cases in Juvenile Courts in the United

question 31

Multiple Choice

The number of delinquency cases in juvenile courts in the United States has increased approximately _________in the past 20 years.

• A) 20%
• B) 30%
• C) 40%
• D) 50%

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Stock Dividend

A distribution of additional shares of a company's stock to its shareholders instead of cash.

Common Stock

A type of security that signifies ownership in a corporation and represents a claim on part of the company’s profits.

Balance Sheet

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Stock Dividend

An issuance of more shares to investors as a dividend, instead of a cash distribution.